Those who bring sunshine into the lives of others cannot keep it from themselves. ~ James M. Barrie
Month: April 2024
Today’s Poem: Flower Among Flowers by Jose Rizal
Flower Among Flowers
Jose Rizal
Flower among flowers,
soft bud swooning,
that the wind moves
to a gentle crooning.
Wind of heaven,
wind of love,
you who gladden
all you espy;
you who smile
and will not sigh,
candour and fragrance
from above;
you who perhaps
came down to earth
to bring the lonely
solace and mirth,
and to be a joy
for the heart to capture.
They say that into
your dawn you bear
the immaculate soul
a prisoner
— bound with the ties of
passion and rapture?
They say you spread
good everywhere
like the Spring
which fills the air
with joy and flowers
in Apriltime.
They say you brighten
the soul that mourns
when dark clouds gather,
and that without thorns
blossom the roses
in your clime.
If then, like a fairy,
you enhance
the joy of those
on whom you glance
with the magic charm
God gave to you;
oh, spare me an hour
of your cheer,
a single day
of your career,
that the breast may savor
the bliss it knew.
Health Quiz – Test Your Wellness Knowledge
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Today’s Joke: Joe’s Thinking About His Life
Joe: “I’ve been thinking about my life and all the people I’ve lost.”
Pete: “That’s pretty deep, Joe.”
Joe: “Yah. I’m going to quit my job as a tour guide.
Grieving Forward: Embracing Change and Rediscovering Strength ~ Episode 90
Join us in Episode 90 of “Journey from Grief to Healing” as we explore the complexities of grieving and the journey toward healing. We delve into the enduring nature of grief, acknowledging that while it may fade into the background, it never truly leaves us. Drawing inspiration from comedian Gilda Radner, we confront the uncertainty of life and the importance of embracing our vulnerabilities. Through guided visualization, we offer a path to relaxation, releasing tension, and rediscovering inner strength. Join us on this transformative journey from darkness to light, as we find peace amidst the waves of life’s changes. Remember, our story isn’t over—we still have chapters to write, filled with resilience, growth, and joy. Tune in and embark on a journey of self-discovery and healing.
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Today’s Thought: Your Smile Carries a Beautiful Message
“It was only a sunny smile, and little it cost in the giving, but like morning light it scattered the night and made the day worth living.” ― F. Scott Fitzgerald
I’m not sure if we’re losing the ability to smile. Maybe we’re so fearful and distrustful of each other that we think smiling is a sign of weakness. Most people I see are in a rush to get to somewhere, talking on their smart phones and gesturing with their free hand. They walk purposefully with a game face on that says “don’t mess with me.” Smiling is a simple gesture that sends a text message from the heart to a momentary encounter with another person. A warm smile lets someone know the world is a friendly place. It lets the other person know that someone (the person offering the smile) recognizes they (the person receiving the smile) exists. The person offering the smile receives as much benefit as the person receiving the smile.
It’s Time to Exercise Your Brain – Take the Anagram Challenge
Today’s mind sharpening anagram is a two or three word phrase. Can you unscramble the anagram to discover the two or three word phrase? It’s time to exercise your brain!
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Today’s Poem: Dreams by D. H. Lawrence
Deams
D. H. Lawrence
All people dream, but not equally.
Those who dream by night in the dusty recesses of their mind,
Wake in the morning to find that it was vanity.
But the dreamers of the day are dangerous people,
For they dream their dreams with open eyes,
And make them come true.
Health Quiz – Test Your Wellness Knowledge
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Today’s Joke: Joe Played Chess With His Girlfriend
Joe: “I was playing chess with my girlfriend and she said, “Let’s make this interesting.”
Pete: “Did you make a wager?”
Joe: “We quit playing and went out for drinks.”
